Rods and Rod Accessories
Berkey System offers a wide variety of high quality 15mm rods and rod accessories. We offer rods in standard, threaded, extension, and accessory mounting in many different lengths. All Berkey System Rods and Rod Accessories are black anodized for durability. All Berkey System products are made in the USA and are covered by our Lifetime Warranty. See Terms and Conditions for details.
Carbon Fiber Rod
15 mm diameter carbon fiber tube. One 20 inch tube weighs just 36 grams or 1.25 ounce. Wow, that's light. The tubing is centerless ground to our specs for excellent fit and is very strong. Ends are capped. Made in USA. Rods sold individually. Currently sold out, more in stock around 4-28-13.
Flange Mount 1/2-13 w/ Counter-bored Mounting
This versatile Flange Mount can be used to mount a variety of items such as accesories to a counterweight or even the F3 Accesory Mounting Plate. The 1/2-13 tapped hole in the center can be used to mount any of our Extension Rods or the Accessory Mounting Post 1/2-13 to 1/4-20. These have many other uses and can be mounted to anything that has our standard 10-32 tapped holes on 1" centers.
Standard 15mm Rods
Our Standard Rods are light weight and very strong. Made of 15mm diameter black anodized aluminum and are available in 2, 3, 4, 6 , 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 16, 18, 20 and 24 inch lengths. Rods sold individually.
15 mm Post, 1/4-20 to 3/8-16
15 mm diameter post that is tapped 1/4-20 on one end and 3/8-16 on the other end. Length is 1 inch.
Threaded 15mm Rods
Threaded 15mm rods add versatility to any rig. Tube is 6061 Aluminum and centerless ground to ensure perfect roundness. Rods are available in 3", 6", 7", 8", 9", 10", 12", 16", 18" and 20 " lengths. A standard 1/2-13 female thread on both ends offers compatibility with rods from many other manufacturers. Rods are sold individually.
Right Angle Flange Mount with 15mm Spud
The versatile Right Angle Flange Mount can be used to mount shoulder pads, accesories to a counterweight or even the F3 Accesory Mounting Plate. The 15mm spud has a 1/4-20 tapped hole in the end for additional flexibility. These have many other uses and can be mounted to anything that has our standard 10-32 tapped holes on 1" centers.
15 MM Mounting Post, 2 inch length
Mounting this post to any tapped 1/4-20 hole. The open end of the tube is tapped 1/2-13 to allow the user to extend the rod. Length is 2 inch. One 1/4-20 fastener included.
Rod Extensions
Rod Extensions are a convenient way to add to your rig. They are available in 3, 4, 6 and 9 inch lengths and are ideal for handle extensions or adding a counterweight to an existing rig.
Compatible with most other brands of rods with 1/2-13 threads.
Nylon Cap Screw, 1/2-13 threads
Use this Nylon Cap screw to protect your threaded rods or create a safety stop at the end of a rod. Knurled finish allows you to simply screw it onto the end of any rod by hand. The thread is 1/2-13 and works with all Berkey System threaded rods. It also works with other manufacturers rods that have a 1/2-13 thread. This cap screw weighs next to nothing at just 4 grams. Color is black. Quantity is one.
15 mm Mounting Post, 1 inch length
Mounting this post to any tapped 1/4-20 hole. The open end of the tube is tapped 1/2-13 to allow the user to extend the rod. Length is 1 inch. One 1/4-20 fastener included.
Nylon Cap Screw, 1/2-13 threads, 4 pack
Use this Nylon Cap screw to protect your threaded rods or create a safety stop at the end of a rod. Knurled finish allows you to simply screw it onto the end of any rod by hand. The thread is 1/2-13 and works with all Berkey System threaded rods. It also work with other manufacturers rods that have a 1/2-13 thread. This cap screw weighs next to nothing at just 4 grams. Color is black. Sold in packs of four.
Accessory Mounting Post 1/2-13 TO 1/4-20
This Accessory Mounting Post allows you to mount accessories to any of our Threaded Rods with a female 1/2-13 thread. The 1/4-20 female thread on the other end is for mounting anything with a 1/4-20 male thread. The body is 15mm diameter and 1 inch long .
1/2-13 Locking Threaded Coupler
Use this threaded coupler to join two or more threaded rods together. Simply tighten the single set screw in the middle for a solid lock. Works with most other manufacturers threaded tube. Thread size is 1/2-13.
GlideCam to SteadiCam adapter
Use this adapter to run your Glidecam with the Steadicam Merlin vest. Back in stock!
Accessory Mounting Post 15mm to 1/4-20
This Accessory Mounting Post allows you to mount accessories to just about any of our 15mm blocks. The 1/4-20 female thread on the other end is for mounting anything with a 1/4-20 male thread. The body is 15mm diameter and 1.5 inches long .
1/2-13 Threaded Coupler
Use this threaded coupler to join two or more threaded rods together. Work with most other manufacturers threaded tube. Thread is 1/2-13.
Accessory Mounting Post with Captive Screw
This Accessory Mounting Post allows you to mount any accessory that has a 1/4-20 female thread. They are available in 1.5" and 2" lengths. The 1/4 20 captive screw helps to keep you from losing your knob and makes it much easier to use. It has the same high quality fluted knob that is used for camera knobs, but with a longer screw. The screw extends .25" past the end of the rod.
Flat Top Mounts
The Flat Top Mount is a 15 mm rod with a 3/4 inch flange on top. One female 1/4-20 tapped hole in center of rod for mounting accessories. Available in two lengths, 3/4 inch and 1 1/2 inches long.
